Architectural Technician

Job Title: Architectural Technician Job Description
We are seeking a talented Architectural Technician to join our team in Fort Wayne, IN. This role involves managing and producing drawings for projects from design development through to the completion of construction. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a variety of project types, especially known for historic preservation projects.
Responsibilities
- Perform analysis of costs and determine required drawings for each project phase during feasibility studies.
- Develop detailed cost estimates and collaborate with equipment/material specifiers.
- Manage project timelines, ensuring all deadlines are met during schematic design.
- Conduct design development with client/user reviews and approvals, including code reviews and design option refinements.
- Prepare contract documents, review specifications with clients, refine design options, finalize detail development, and coordinate with structural, civil, mechanical, electrical, and specialty trades.
- Administer bid/contract phases by reviewing bids, contractor invoices, punch lists, construction/shop drawings, and addressing arising issues.
- Coordinate and direct day-to-day activities and performance requirements for construction and support.
- Provide daily progress and resource reports.
Essential Skills
- Proficiency in Revit.
- 1+ years of architectural experience, including internships.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with commercial projects is preferred but flexible.
Work Environment
The position is based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, in a clean, modern, and comfortable office located at Baker Street Station. The office environment is relatively quiet, fostering productivity without loud music. The work schedule is Monday to Friday, from 7/8 am to 4/5 pm, with a standard 40-hour workweek and occasional overtime as needed. Business casual attire, such as polos and jeans, is expected. While the role is primarily office-based, there may be very occasional travel to job sites for meetings.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Wayne, IN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $28.85 - $36.06/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Wayne, IN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 25, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Fort Wayne,IN. About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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